Block notifications
1) notify a user when another user has blocked him or her
2) view a list of users who have you blocked.
In the first, if I were to block, say, User123, he'd get a PM, for instance, saying "Nareed has blocked you. She will not be able to see your posts, and you won't be able to PM her."
In the second you could see a list showing:
Users who have blocked you:
Nareed
Dkian
UserXX
Etc
With the legend: "these users cannot see your posts, and you won't be able to PM them."
This would perhaps keep unnecessary posts from being posted. It would certainly keep some people from trying to send PMs that won't be sent.
As to 2), I can see a list of users I've blcoked. Perhaps that list could simply be made accessible in all user profiles. It would be simpler.
Quote: onenickelmiracleIf you block posts, it just means you don't want to be bothered by reading their posts and it's not meant to be used like a restraining order. Privacy is key to blocking posts and there is nothing to be gained by letting the poster know I've blocked them.
Not posts, users.
The thing is if you block me, for example, and I send you a PM, I get a note saying you're not accepting PMs. That can be frustrating, particualrly when one writes a rather long PM. It woudl be useful to know beforehand it won't go through.
Then, too, if you block me and I know about it, I'm less likely to post a reply to your posts, or ask questions of you, etc. Also useful to know.
Quote: NareedNot posts, users.
The thing is if you block me, for example, and I send you a PM, I get a note saying you're not accepting PMs. That can be frustrating, particualrly when one writes a rather long PM. It woudl be useful to know beforehand it won't go through.
Then, too, if you block me and I know about it, I'm less likely to post a reply to your posts, or ask questions of you, etc. Also useful to know.
On the subject of PMs, I think there's a lot of merit to this idea. Some folks just don't accept them period. Even without blocking a specific person or persons, PMs will just not be accepted. It would be great to know that in advance. I don't even think there needs to be a distinction between "User123 is not accepting PMs" and "User123 is not accepting PMs from YOU." It'd just be nice to know when/if a PM will not be sent without first writing the PM.
On the broader subject of blocking people, I think it can be a little touchy. In the past I have had a couple people blocked not because I don't want to see what they've said, but because their posts are usually quite long and the block feature functions similarly to the spoiler tag for me with respect to those folks. I'd hate for them to see that I have them "blocked" and think that I didn't value their contributions to the site.
Quote: NareedNot posts, users.
The thing is if you block me, for example, and I send you a PM, I get a note saying you're not accepting PMs. That can be frustrating, particualrly when one writes a rather long PM. It woudl be useful to know beforehand it won't go through.
Then, too, if you block me and I know about it, I'm less likely to post a reply to your posts, or ask questions of you, etc. Also useful to know.
I would just send them something saying, "Longer PM forthcoming, making sure you accept PM's."
Quote: rdw4potusOn the broader subject of blocking people, I think it can be a little touchy.
Well, yes, it might be. It might also let someone know he screwed up in some way. As many things, it comes down to the specific people involved. What i don't know if this woud cause more friction overall or not.
Quote:In the past I have had a couple people blocked not because I don't want to see what they've said, but because their posts are usually quite long and the block feature functions similarly to the spoiler tag for me with respect to those folks. I'd hate for them to see that I have them "blocked" and think that I didn't value their contributions to the site.
That's because you don't know how to hold a grudge ;)
Seriously, there's a number of people I've blocked because I don't want to hear from them at all. It cuts down on the flame wars and keeps my blood pressure in a happy, healthy medium, too. And I should leave it at that for now.
Mission: I do sometimes send test PMs, just in case. But almost only when I have reason to believe there is a block. And as rdw4 said, some people plain don't accept PMs. It would then be useful in either case to know this as soon as one types their nickname on the "TO:" field.
If you direct comments or questions at me, particualrly in a thread I started, and get no answer, chances are I have you blocked. I do accept PMs. So if you PM me and it doesn't go through, that means I have you blocked.
Quote: NareedOk, then just a personal announcement:
If you direct comments or questions at me, particualrly in a thread I started, and get no answer, chances are I have you blocked. I do accept PMs. So if you PM me and it doesn't go through, that means I have you blocked.
So the Nareed idea of a conversation is simple--you start threads like the "Good News!!" one, leave only one "option" for people who oppose gay marriage to choose, and then don't bother to defend your bullying when someone calls you out on it.
I'll toss some stones, then take cover...I won't come out and discuss issues like most people will...
Quote: DJTeddyBearYou should take some of your own advice and stop sending PMs to people you have blocked!
If that is true, it is further evidence of bullying tactics.
VERY true. And it pisses me off, because I think my response might get him to stop being pissed off at me.Quote: RonCIf that is true, it is further evidence of bullying tactics.
Quote: DJTeddyBearVERY true. And it pisses me off, because I think my response might get him to stop being pissed off at me.
Him, who?
Quote: NareedI hesitate to propose new "features" here because it means piling on work on the admins. Just the same, would there be a way to either:
1) notify a user when another user has blocked him or her
2) view a list of users who have you blocked.
In the first, if I were to block, say, User123, he'd get a PM, for instance, saying "Nareed has blocked you. She will not be able to see your posts, and you won't be able to PM her."
In the second you could see a list showing:
Users who have blocked you:
Nareed
Dkian
UserXX
Etc
With the legend: "these users cannot see your posts, and you won't be able to PM them."
This would perhaps keep unnecessary posts from being posted. It would certainly keep some people from trying to send PMs that won't be sent.
As to 2), I can see a list of users I've blcoked. Perhaps that list could simply be made accessible in all user profiles. It would be simpler.
why would be the reson to do this? you want to put it in there face that you dont like them? sounds petty.
Nareed.Quote: RogerKintHim, who?
And please don't drag this thread down that path...
Quote: 1BBApparently he's got me blocked as well. I suppose I could try Kathy's Cooking Corner. :-)
You've benbackedoff. :)
Quote: rainmanYou've benbackedoff. :)
Oh the shame!
Quote: YesThereRealwhy would be the reson to do this? you want to put it in there face that you dont like them? sounds petty.
The idea is to keep people from wasting their time and effort trying to obtain answers in a thread, or sending PMs.
Quote: BeardgoatEven though I am on her side as far as the debate goes, it did seem like her good news thread was basically just a middle finger to the anti gay marriage crowd with no real intent of a discussion.
That's what it was. I don't mind a little gloating now and then.
Quote: NareedThe idea is to keep people from wasting their time and effort trying to obtain answers in a thread, or sending PMs.
sound like the idea is to put it in there face they you dont like them. thats why forum never do that forums about cummunicating and making friends not showing your a snob.
Quote: NareedThat's what it was. I don't mind a little gloating now and then.
gloating about why? spounds mean to me.
Quote: RonCSo the Nareed idea of a conversation is simple--you start threads like the "Good News!!" one, leave only one "option" for people who oppose gay marriage to choose, and then don't bother to defend your bullying when someone calls you out on it.
I'll toss some stones, then take cover...I won't come out and discuss issues like most people will...
You nailed it. It's, IMO, some of the most cowardly behavior on this board.
Nareed -
Stop sending PMs unless you're willing to accept them.
Ya know what? I'm tired of your bullshit games. Don't even bother with a PM. Tell me, and everyone, why you're mad at me, right here in this thread. Either go public or shut the F up.
Quote: DJTeddyBearI got another PM from Nareed. It included an email address.
Revealing contents of PMs are we? Tsk, tsk.
Quote: NareedRevealing contents of PMs are we? Tsk, tsk.
Misstating the truth are we? tsk tsk.
Hey, I have a question: if you insult a member and they have you blocked does that count as an insult? (sort of an internet version of "if a tree falls in the forest...")
Quote: NareedRevealing contents of PMs are we? Tsk, tsk.
Would you prefer if I had revealed the actual address?
